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megankateabraham's review against another edition
4.0
I don't agree with Pope Francis on everything, but I appreciate the importance he places on education and social justice. it also seems that his views have expanded since he took part in this discussion.
sarahareinhard's review against another edition
5.0
I read this as spiritual reading for the last month or so, and I can't emphasize enough how wonderful a read it is. The book is a conversation between Pope Francis (back when he was Cardinal Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Jorge Bergoglio) and Rabbi Abraham Skorka. They cover all sorts of topics, some of which I had no interest in until I read what they had to say. I found myself highlight as much of Skorka's thought as I did Bergoglio's. Overall, highly recommended.
reneesuz's review against another edition
4.0
On Heaven and Earth is a series of conversations between Cardinal Bergoglio (Archibishop of Buenos Aires) and Rabbi Skorka on a multitude of topics. The work was first published in 2010 but was translated for English readers this year.
This is not the type of book to sit down and read all at once. It takes time to digest each topic. On Heaven and Earth is a great way to delve into the mind of Pope Francis.
This is not the type of book to sit down and read all at once. It takes time to digest each topic. On Heaven and Earth is a great way to delve into the mind of Pope Francis.
maryterry14's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
madetofly's review against another edition
5.0
This book is basically a transcript of conversations that Bergoglio (now Pope Francis; then Archbishop of Buenos Aires) and Skorka (a Jewish rabbi). They talk about a wide variety of topics and what their views are on them.
I absolutely loved this book. I loved getting both of their perspectives on every topic, and although they occasionally disagreed, they were always respectful of each other. I always enjoy learning more about various religions, and I loved seeing a Catholic perspective and Jewish perspective in the same book. They talk about relations among various religions in the book even. It was done very well. I love the entire concept of this book. It was a great idea.
It's in a script kind of form. For instance, when it's something Skorka said, the book says "Skorka:" and then it's followed by what he said. I really liked that format and found it easy to follow, but at the same time I could see some people disliking it. It really is just them going back and forth on the different topics.
I'd definitely recommend this book to anyone who is interested in Catholic or Jewish literature. It isn't a thorough book on theology, but I do think it is a pretty good conversation starter and all around interesting book. I found quite a few quotes from both men that I absolutely love.
Two quotes that stood out to me:
"Even though I personally believe that G-d exists, it is arrogant to say that He exists as if it were just another certainty in life." - Abraham Skorka
"Beyond this, I want to point out that the Devil is one thing. It is quite another matter to demonize things or people. Man is tempted, but there is no need to demonize him." - Jorge Mario Bergoglio
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.
http://hmweasley-blog.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-on-heaven-and-earth-by.html
I absolutely loved this book. I loved getting both of their perspectives on every topic, and although they occasionally disagreed, they were always respectful of each other. I always enjoy learning more about various religions, and I loved seeing a Catholic perspective and Jewish perspective in the same book. They talk about relations among various religions in the book even. It was done very well. I love the entire concept of this book. It was a great idea.
It's in a script kind of form. For instance, when it's something Skorka said, the book says "Skorka:" and then it's followed by what he said. I really liked that format and found it easy to follow, but at the same time I could see some people disliking it. It really is just them going back and forth on the different topics.
I'd definitely recommend this book to anyone who is interested in Catholic or Jewish literature. It isn't a thorough book on theology, but I do think it is a pretty good conversation starter and all around interesting book. I found quite a few quotes from both men that I absolutely love.
Two quotes that stood out to me:
"Even though I personally believe that G-d exists, it is arrogant to say that He exists as if it were just another certainty in life." - Abraham Skorka
"Beyond this, I want to point out that the Devil is one thing. It is quite another matter to demonize things or people. Man is tempted, but there is no need to demonize him." - Jorge Mario Bergoglio
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.
http://hmweasley-blog.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-on-heaven-and-earth-by.html
spacejamz's review against another edition
3.0
These follow the path of most inter-faith dialogues: shooting down easy mutual targets like violence or hypocritical religious leaders, and citing the importance of inter-faith dialogue without really engaging in it very deeply. Still, there were a few moments of beauty, and this book helped me to trust the Pope and see his genuine and generous nature more clearly.
datura's review against another edition
5.0
The title should be different.
This book is a series of conversations between Jorge Mario Bergoglio (now our new Pope Francis) and Rabbi Abraham Skorka. They talk about a wide array of topics giving both Jewish and Christian answers respectively.
I really liked the style of this book. The respectful conversation between these two men really impressed me.
It offers a great insight into the mind of our new Pope. This is maybe the best look at what he thinks about issues that I have found to date.
I was also very impressed with Rabbi Skorka. He is a very intelligent man and I've learned a lot about Jewish views on many issues.
I highly recommend this book for both Christians and Jews alike! We have a lot to learn from each other.
This book is a series of conversations between Jorge Mario Bergoglio (now our new Pope Francis) and Rabbi Abraham Skorka. They talk about a wide array of topics giving both Jewish and Christian answers respectively.
I really liked the style of this book. The respectful conversation between these two men really impressed me.
It offers a great insight into the mind of our new Pope. This is maybe the best look at what he thinks about issues that I have found to date.
I was also very impressed with Rabbi Skorka. He is a very intelligent man and I've learned a lot about Jewish views on many issues.
I highly recommend this book for both Christians and Jews alike! We have a lot to learn from each other.
jenniferbbookdragon's review against another edition
3.0
The title is a little misleading. This is a book written by Pope Francis before he was the Pope and co-authored with a Rabbi while they were both serving in Argentina. It is translated from the Spanish, and the language is a little awkward sometimes. Written as a dialogue between them on a wide range of topics, it focuses on how their 2 faiths have similar views about God and living a good life of prayer of service.
estellabelle92's review against another edition
4.0
This pope has fascinated & inspired me from almost the moment he took office. His humility, meekness, and desire to return the most basic of Christian values creates in me hope for the church and Christians everywhere.
I had heard of this book early on and was delighted to see that it was finally translated into English. Listening to it allowed me to feel as if I was there as the two readers reflected the dialogue of the original authors.
We may not agree on everything, but his basic goodness and love-filled heart is a model we all should learn from in our life's journey.
I had heard of this book early on and was delighted to see that it was finally translated into English. Listening to it allowed me to feel as if I was there as the two readers reflected the dialogue of the original authors.
We may not agree on everything, but his basic goodness and love-filled heart is a model we all should learn from in our life's journey.
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